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Asador Bastian

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Fancy
Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions

Asador Bastian is a Chicago chophouse with Basque influences from acclaimed Chef
Doug Psaltis. Located in the iconic “Flair House” originally built in 1883, this historic
townhouse has been revived and brought back to life with culinary inspiration from the
great asadors of San Sebastián, Spain to serve the world’s best boutique beef without
compromise. The most remarkable dining experience comes from the purest ingredients
delivered in the supremely thoughtful, welcoming and hospitable manner. This ethos
has directed every aspect of the experience at Asador Bastian, whether you’re joining
us for small bites and libations in our Bar Room or for a more intimate experience in our
Dining Room.

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From the OpenTable editors: In a historic River North townhouse, you’ll find Asador Bastion, named one of 2023’s best new restaurants by Esquire. Acclaimed wife-and-husband team Hsing Chen and Doug Psaltis lead the kitchen, which turns out Basque-inspired feasts starring impressive steaks cooked over a live-fire grill alongside caviar churros and arroz cremoso. It’s all served in an opulent dining room decked with olive green leather banquettes and vintage Murano glass chandeliers.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Spanish, Basque
Hours of Operation
Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(312) 800-8935
Website
http://Asadorbastian.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
For parties of 10 or more, or assistance with our Chef's Table experience please email events@asadorbastian.com. We are thrilled to host your milestones, celebrations and corporate events!
Private party contact
Jocelyne Nunez: (312) 800-8935

Location
214 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654-3911
Area
River North (Chicago)
Cross Street
Wells and Franklin
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
CTA Brown Line - Chicago StopGrand Pace Bus Route 65
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

Chef's Table
US$150.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
At Asador Bastian we are excited to offer our Chef's Table; a one of a kind experience. Our Chef's Table is located directly across from our kitchen where you will have a full view of our world class chefs at work creating the dishes that make our restaurant so unique. The Chef's Table is an experience created for 6 or 10 guests. A deposit of $150 per person is required for booking this private dining room. The deposit is applied to the final bill. If you are having issues booking the chefs table, please reach out to us via email at events@asadorbastian.com.
Occidental / Black Truffle Dinner, Communal Table
US$325.00 per person
Prepaid
26 Feb 2025 only
Enjoy a luxurious five-course culinary experience curated by Chef Doug Psaltis alongside Winemaker, Catherine Kistler from Occidental and truffle expert, John Magazino from The Chef's Warehouse. Join us at a communal table for a lively evening amongst fellow diners. THE MENU Dry Aged Bluefin Tuna w. Black Truffle Vinaigrette 2022 Running Fence Vineyards Cuvée Uni, Foie Gras & Black Truffle Revuelto 2022 Bodega Ridge Vineyard Roasted Squab w. Walnut & Black Truffle Sauce 2021 Bodega Headlines Vineyard Cuvée Elizabeth Northern California Dry Aged Txuleton w. Beef Cheek Stuffed Piquillos 2019 Running Fence Vineyard Cuvée Catherine 2018 Bodega Headlands Vineyard Cuvée Elizabeth Pistachio Pantxineta Los Bermejos Malvasia Dulce
Chef's Table for Occidental Wine Dinner
US$325.00 per person
Prepaid
26 Feb 2025 only
Join us at the Chef's Table for celebration of black truffle season and winemaker, Catherine Kistler from Occidental and truffle expert, John Magazino from The Chef's Warehouse. Join us for a luxury five-course culinary experience curated by the Chef Doug Psaltis. THE MENU Dry Aged Bluefin Tuna w. Black Truffle Vinaigrette 2022 Running Fence Vineyards Cuvée Uni, Foie Gras & Black Truffle Revuelto 2022 Bodega Ridge Vineyard Roasted Squab w. Walnut & Black Truffle Sauce 2021 Bodega Headlines Vineyard Cuvée Elizabeth Northern California Dry Aged Txuleton w. Beef Cheek Stuffed Piquillos 2019 Running Fence Vineyard Cuvée Catherine 2018 Bodega Headlands Vineyard Cuvée Elizabeth Pistachio Pantxineta Los Bermejos Malvasia Dulce

What 229 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Asador Bastian offers an unparalleled dining experience in Chicago, captivating guests with "incredible food," "impeccable service," and a "sophisticated atmosphere." Known for its "amazing cocktails" and "exceptional steak," the menu showcases culinary brilliance with dishes like the Akaushi beef and bone marrow potato purée. Perfect for special occasions!

229 Reviews

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Carson
Columbus
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very disappointing valentines dinner here. Pre-fix menu with extremely small portions. Other than presentation, the food was very underwhelming.
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Tony
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was very attentive to our needs as Juan made sure our night was memorable.
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Brad
VIP
Chicago
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were fantastic! Worth the wait and $
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Leah
VIP
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unbelievable service, great food, perfect evening
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Laura Odette
Mexico City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Amazing drinks, amazing services, 8/10 restaurant week menu
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Jose Maria
VIP
Chicago
125 reviews
5.0
125 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chicago Restaurant Week at Asador Bastian. The restaurant is located on Erie Street at the old Flair Coach House. The main dining room is on the second floor and a bar and bar tables at the street level. Comfortable seats, very good and attentive service, the food was great with a well curated wine program.
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Elizabeth
Nashville
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Pretty good but didn’t live up to the hype. What was really disappointing was that I ordered an app that they failed to bring and I ordered the wine pairing and they failed to bring one of the wines. When I pointed this out they just brushed it off acting like it was no big deal and they were doing me a favor to bring the items at all. Bavettes is better value, food and service.
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Grant
VIP
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Review: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5) I had high expectations coming into Asador Bastian, given its ranking as the 14th best steakhouse in the world, and overall, it delivered a great experience. The food was excellent—flavors were spot on, and the quality was undeniable. My steak, while flavorful, was slightly tougher than expected, which is why I’d rate it an 8.5/10. Service was generally good, though a bit inconsistent. My first bartender wasn’t as attentive as I would have liked, but the second more than made up for it—easily a 12/10 in terms of attentiveness and hospitality. At $250 for one person, it’s a premium experience, so I’m being a bit critical. That said, I’d absolutely come back and would recommend it to anyone looking for a top-tier steakhouse.
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April
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had high hopes, but was woefully underwhelmed. I will go again for cocktails and appetizers, and am looking forward to improving my perception and replacing my first impression with better experiences. Scott, our server, was a seasoned pro. Scott made the meal fun even though the dishes were not impressive.
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Kim
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 5 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were here for Restaurant Week 2025. It was equally amazing this time around. We ate here last May off the regular menu. The room is beautiful and service can't be beat! Worth the $$!
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Asador Bastian is rated 4.7 stars by 229 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

214 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60654-3911

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Wells and Franklin
Area
River North (Chicago)
Hours of Operation
Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Spanish, Basque
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
CTA Brown Line - Chicago StopGrand Pace Bus Route 65
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://Asadorbastian.com/
Phone number
(312) 800-8935
Private party facilities
For parties of 10 or more, or assistance with our Chef's Table experience please email events@asadorbastian.com. We are thrilled to host your milestones, celebrations and corporate events!
Private party contact
Jocelyne Nunez: (312) 800-8935

Asador Bastian

Make a booking

Why they're an Icon

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Chef's Table

Occidental / Black Truffle Dinner, Communal Table

Chef's Table for Occidental Wine Dinner

Menu

What 229 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Asador Bastian restaurant rated?

Is Asador Bastian currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Dining areas

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